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What dentist offers urgent care in Calgary, Alberta?

What Dentist Offers Urgent Care in Calgary, Alberta Area?

Dr. Palka Sawhney Sharma offers patient-oriented urgent care for people with dental emergencies near Calgary, Alberta. She treats patients young and old and can quickly respond to any issue you may be experiencing, whether you are an existing or new patient.

Where can I get urgent dental care?

Dr. Palka understands that urgent situations can be painful and stress-inducing. For that reason, she offers helpful advice over the phone, so you can respond immediately to the problem, as well as potential dental appointments for situations that require an immediate response.

What situations constitute an emergency?

Dr. Palka puts her patient’s comfort and safety first. Whatever your symptoms, she works hard to make sure you get the care you need. Some dental situations can occur unexpectedly and might call for an immediate appointment. These can include:

  • Trauma: if physical trauma causes a tooth to come out or get very loose, seeing a dentist promptly may increase the chance of saving your tooth. Dr. Palka’s office can give you instructions over the phone to secure the safety of your tooth in preparation for your visit.
  • Abscessed tooth: An abscess can also create an emergency. Hidden decay or a subdermal infection may result in swelling and pain. Dr. Palka offers several treatments that can alleviate discomfort and take care of any unexpected abscesses.
  • Discomfort or any questions: if you have a dental concern, don’t hesitate to call Dr. Palka. She can talk you through any issue and make an appointment to see you as soon as possible.

How soon can I see Dr. Palka?

Dr. Palka wants to be available to every patient, especially when a situation is urgent. For that reason, she sets aside time for emergencies and can take emergency appointments when necessary. Her skilled staff is available on the phone for many issues, and should your dental work require more than one visit, they’ll make sure you’re comfortable in-between appointments.

Who do I call for urgent care?

If you have a concern that requires an immediate response, Dr. Palka is here to help. She can often see patients on the day of the call, and if she can’t, she’ll work with you to put you are ease and make sure you’re comfortable.

Call her office in Calgary, Alberta, to find out how quickly she can see and what help she can offer. To make an appointment, call Lake Chaparral Dental Care at (403) 768-2271.

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Dr. Palka Sawhney Sharma graduated with honors from Edmonton’s University of Alberta Neuroscience program. She received dental training at the same university and completed a two-year residency at the Albert Einstein Medical Centre in Philadelphia, PA, where she was chief resident for a year. There, she was also trained in implantology, oral surgery, cosmetic services, and general dentistry. Dr. Palka has applied these skills to help patients in Toronto, Hamilton, and Calgary for over a decade.

Dr. Jay completed her bachelor’s degree in Life Sciences at the University of Toronto and graduated from Griffith University in Gold Coast, Australia, with a Master of Dentistry degree. She got great satisfaction from serving the underprivileged at the Kingaroy Hospital in a rural community in Australia. She is fluent in English and Sinhala.

Both doctors are passionate about ensuring their patients’ dental experiences are as calm and comfortable as possible. They find it extremely rewarding to gain their patients’ trust while providing high-quality dentistry.

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